Istanbul Gelisim University | Turkey
Asst. Prof. Kaan Koçali is a distinguished academic at Istanbul Gelişim University with significant contributions to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). He is recognized for blending theoretical expertise with practical field knowledge, drawing from his diverse academic background in engineering, health sciences, and business. As an author, educator, and safety expert, his work influences policy, training, and practice in both national and international OHS domains.
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🎓 Education
Dr. Koçali’s academic journey showcases deep interdisciplinary learning. He earned his Ph.D. in Occupational Health and Safety from Istanbul Aydın University (2017–2021). He also holds postgraduate degrees in Mining Engineering from Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa and Occupational Health and Safety from both Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa and Istanbul Aydın University. His undergraduate education spans Business Administration (Anadolu University), Entrepreneurship (Istanbul Kultur University, ongoing), and Mining Engineering. This vast academic exposure enriches his analytical approach toward risk, safety, and ergonomics.
🏆 Strengths for the Award
Asst. Prof. Kaan Koçali exemplifies a remarkable blend of academic rigor, interdisciplinary expertise, and practical contribution to the field of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). With over 16 peer-reviewed publications from 2022 to 2025—including SSCI-indexed works like his 2023 article in the International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics—he has contributed significantly to workplace safety, ergonomics, and risk management.
His extensive certification portfolio—including NEBOSH, IOSH, and multiple ISO system auditor qualifications—demonstrates deep commitment to applied learning and global safety standards. His research topics range from ergonomics in aviation, child labor, to postgraduate OHS law evaluations, showcasing broad impact.
💼 Experience
Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Gelişim University, Dr. Koçali has held various academic and administrative roles, including Department Head, Curriculum Board Member, Ethics Committee Member, and Erasmus Coordinator. His practical teaching covers technical applications in OHS, fire safety, risk management, and sector-specific safety strategies. His field knowledge is backed by over a decade of specialized certifications and real-world safety training.
Dr. Koçali focuses on Ergonomics, Occupational Safety, Workplace Risk Analysis, Social Politics, and Work Measurement Engineering. His research explores intersections between policy, human behavior, and workplace systems—highlighting how safety, health, and legal structures shape working environments. He is especially passionate about improving safety cultures and systems in high-risk industries.
🏆 Awards & Credentials
He has accumulated over 25 nationally and internationally accredited certifications in areas like NEBOSH, ISO 9001/14001/45001 systems, risk analysis, disaster awareness, drone operation, and process safety. While specific competitive awards are not listed, his comprehensive training portfolio and numerous leadership appointments reflect a career of distinction and recognized excellence in OHS education and practice.
📚 Publications
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Sosyal Güvenlik Kurumu’nun 2012-2020 Yılları Arası İş Kazaları Göstergelerinin Standardizasyonu
Author: K. Koçali
Year: 2021
Cited by: 46
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Calculation of Occupational Accident Indicators of Türkiye
Author: K. Koçali
Year: 2021
Cited by: 18
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Maden Kazalarında Sorumluluklar ve Kusur Oranları
Author: K. Koçali
Year: 2021
Cited by: 14
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Açık Ocak Maden İşletmelerinde İşçi Anketleri ile İş Sağlığı ve Güvenliği Kültürü ve Uygulamasının Araştırılması
Author: K. Koçali
Year: 2018
Cited by: 14
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Şırnak Kömür Madeni Kazası Işığında Kömür Madenciliğindeki Uygunsuzluklar Hakkında Öneriler
Author: K. Koçali
Year: 2018
Cited by: 10
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How to Perform a Risk Assessment Step by Step for Occupational Health and Safety
Author: K. Koçali
Year: 2022
Cited by: 7
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Legal Regulations Regarding Liabilities of Workers and Employers Related to Occupational Health and Safety in Mining
Authors: K. Koçali, R. Erçetin
Year: 2021
Cited by: 7
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Madencilikte Proje Şirketlerinin Önemi
Author: K. Koçali
Year: 2013
Cited by: 6
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18-65 Yaş Arası Kişilerin Antropometrik Verilerinin Belirlenmesi Üzerine Bir Alan Araştırması: Yükseköğretim Kurumu Uygulaması
Authors: S. Çalış, Ç. Çalış, K. Koçali, B.Y. Büyükakıncı
Year: 2021
Cited by: 5
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Türkiye’de 2017 Yılında Yaşanan Kömür Madeni Faciası Sonrası Sektörün İş Sağlığı ve Güvenliği Açısından İrdelenmesi
Author: K. Koçali
Year: 2019
Cited by: 5
✅ Conclusion
Asst. Prof. Kaan Koçali is a standout candidate for any research or teaching-based recognition in Occupational Health and Safety. His academic rigor, hands-on certifications, institutional leadership, and published contributions collectively highlight his excellence. With his sustained efforts in risk management education, interdisciplinary safety systems, and social safety policymaking, he has significantly advanced the field’s academic and practical boundaries.
